1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | Almera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
